What is the main airport called?
Dubai International Airport (DXB). It is the primary international airport serving Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the world’s busiest airport. The airport is located 4.6km east of Dubai.
Arriving in Dubai
The helpful staff at Dubai Airport will greet you when you land and assist you with your travel needs. Once you collect your bags from the arrivals area, there are various transport options available to get you on your way.
Getting into Dubai from Dubai Airport
With a wide range of transport options available at Dubai Airport, travelling into the city centre is easy. Choose from taxi, limousine, metro, buses, private transfer, hotel shuttle, car rental or Uber. Taxis are a popular means of transport in Dubai to get to your destination. There are airport taxis or limousines available outside each terminal, 24 hours a day. Dubai metro is a convenient way to travel with cabins in gold class and those designed especially for women and children. A ride from DXB to the city takes around 25 minutes and it's best to buy a Nol card to use on the metro. Buses are a low-cost option, mainly suited to residents of the city, as the network is extensive. Buses depart from each terminal and you need a Nol card to travel on the buses. Alternatively, you may wish to book a private transfer or organise a car with your hotel.
Getting around Dubai
Getting around Dubai is easy, with plenty of transport options to suit your needs. Choose from metro, bus, tram, taxis, Uber, car rental or private driver. Dubai Metro is one of the most advanced and modern rail systems with a range of cabins from gold class, general cabins or those designed especially for women and children. The metro runs throughout Dubai to many landmarks, making is a seamless way to travel. It’s best to buy a Nol card to use on the trains. Buses are a low-cost option, mainly suited to residents of the city, as the network is extensive. Taxis are plentiful to take you to where you want to go, or you may wish to book an Uber for a convenient way to travel. It’s possible to rent a car, or use the car sharing service - though traffic in Dubai can be very busy. Organising a private driver is a luxurious way to get around to see the sights or you may wish to join a tour.